Structure fire at Coober Pedy - 7 November 2026
At 3:30 am, SA Country Fire Service (CFS) crews responded to a fire at a commercial premises in Coober Pedy, in the state’s Far North.
Firefighters worked to contain the fire, successfully preventing it from spreading to nearby shipping containers and the neighbouring RSL building.
Approximately 8 CFS firefighters attended in 2 trucks, with SA Police and SA Ambulance Service also attending.
CFS crews are expected to remain on scene for some time to extinguish any remaining hot spots and ensure the area is safe.
The fire caused significant damage to the premises, with losses estimated at $500,000.
The cause of the fire is yet to be determined.